Dongobesh, Tanzania

Manyara · Tanzania

Dongobesh is a small city in Manyara, Tanzania with a population of 15,799. Elevation: 6,512 ft (1,985 m). Average temperature: 61°F (16°C).

Population source: Wikidata (dated census and official estimates), GeoNames. Climate: WorldClim 2.1 normals (1970-2000), NASA POWER. Updated August 2026

15,799 Population
6,512 ft Elevation 1,985 meters
61°F Avg Temperature 16°C
32.8 in Annual Rain
Africa / Dar es Salaam Timezone

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People

Population15,799

Climate

Avg Temp61°F (16°C)
Rain32.8 in/yr
Elevation6,512 ft (1,985 m)
Population15,799
Elevation6,512 ft (1,985 m)
Coordinates-4.0667°, 35.3833°
TimezoneAfrica/Dar_es_Salaam
Country🇹🇿 Tanzania
State / ProvinceManyara
Average Temperature61°F (16°C)
January Average62°F (17°C)
July Average55°F (13°C)
Annual Precipitation32.8 inches (833 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About Dongobesh

Dongobesh is a small city in Tanzania (Manyara) with a population of 15,799. The city sits at an elevation of 6,512 feet (1,985 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 61°F (16°C). Temperatures range from 62°F in January to 55°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 32.8 inches. The timezone is Africa/Dar_es_Salaam.

Climate in Dongobesh

Dongobesh has an average annual temperature of 19.8°C (68°F). The hottest month is Nov (21.5°C), the coldest is Jul (17.7°C). Average annual precipitation is 1008 mm.

Month Avg °C / °F Min / Max °C Rain (mm)
Jan 20°C / 68°F 13.8° / 28.1° 133.2
Feb 20.3°C / 69°F 13.9° / 28° 122.9
Mar 20.7°C / 69°F 14.1° / 29° 107.3
Apr 20°C / 68°F 14° / 27.8° 121.3
May 19°C / 66°F 12.5° / 26.8° 46.8
Jun 18°C / 64°F 10.5° / 26.3° 12.9
Jul 17.7°C / 64°F 8.8° / 27° 16.6
Aug 18.6°C / 65°F 10.4° / 28.8° 48.7
Sep 20.3°C / 68°F 12.2° / 30.2° 10.9
Oct 21.4°C / 71°F 13.1° / 31.4° 33.3
Nov 21.5°C / 71°F 14.6° / 30.8° 201.7
Dec 20.6°C / 69°F 14.8° / 28.5° 153.1
Dongobesh enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 61°F (16°C). Winters average 62°F in January while summers reach 55°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. Annual precipitation totals 32.8 inches. The city sits at an elevation of 6,512 feet, a high-altitude location.

Temperature

62°F Jan (17°C) 55°F Jul (13°C)
Annual Average60.7°F
12% above Tanzania avg
January Average62°F (17°C)
July Average55°F (13°C)

Geography

Elevation6,512 ft (1,985 m)
Coordinates4.0667°S, 35.3833°E
TimezoneAfrica/Dar_es_Salaam

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 32.8"
14% below Tanzania avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Mar) 6.14"
Driest Month (Aug) 0.08"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

101 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M5.5. Most recent: M4.4 on Aug 8, 2025.

May 15, 1990 30 km N of Mto wa Mbu, Tanzania M5.5 124 km
May 15, 1990 14 km NE of Kiratu, Tanzania M5.4 102 km
Apr 11, 1993 11 km E of Mbulu, Tanzania M5.3 37 km
Dec 20, 1996 43 km S of Kondoa, Tanzania M5.2 145 km
Feb 22, 1991 6 km NE of Magugu, Tanzania M5.2 49 km
Apr 5, 1990 46 km N of Mto wa Mbu, Tanzania M5.1 139 km
Jul 23, 1993 19 km SE of Kondoa, Tanzania M5.1 121 km
Feb 3, 2009 58 km NNW of Basotu, Tanzania M5.1 62 km
Apr 8, 2010 23 km NNE of Basotu, Tanzania M5.1 25 km
Aug 8, 2025 24 km E of Mungaa, Tanzania M5.0 108 km
Feb 16, 2009 53 km NNW of Basotu, Tanzania M5.0 61 km
Jul 9, 2025 18 km SSE of Basotu, Tanzania M5.0 59 km
Apr 15, 2011 3 km SSW of Babati, Tanzania M4.9 44 km
Jul 26, 1990 44 km N of Mto wa Mbu, Tanzania M4.9 135 km
Apr 14, 2023 26 km SE of Ikungi, Tanzania M4.9 149 km
Sep 3, 1993 Lake Victoria region, Tanzania M4.9 147 km
Aug 8, 2023 23 km SE of Ikungi, Tanzania M4.8 149 km
Dec 21, 1996 43 km SW of Kondoa, Tanzania M4.8 129 km
Mar 22, 2016 19 km SE of Galappo, Tanzania M4.8 74 km
Sep 20, 2011 11 km W of Kiomboi, Tanzania M4.8 127 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990-2025)

Nearby Volcanoes

2 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Lengai, Ol Doinyo (156 km).

Name Type Elevation Last Eruption Distance
Lengai, Ol Doinyo Stratovolcano 2,962 m (9,718 ft) 2020 156 km
Meru Stratovolcano 4,565 m (14,977 ft) 1910 177 km
Source: Smithsonian Institution Global Volcanism Program (GVP). Sorted by distance.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 62°F (17°C) 4.8 in
February 63°F (17°C) 4.3 in
March 63°F (17°C) 6.1 in Warmest, Wettest
April 63°F (17°C) 5.8 in
May 60°F (15°C) 1.5 in
June 57°F (14°C) 0.4 in
July 55°F (13°C) 0.1 in Coldest
August 57°F (14°C) 0.1 in Driest
September 60°F (16°C) 0.3 in
October 62°F (17°C) 0.6 in
November 63°F (17°C) 3.6 in
December 63°F (17°C) 5.3 in

Dongobesh has a seasonal temperature swing of 8°F / from 55°F in July to 63°F in March. Total annual precipitation is 32.8 inches, with March being the wettest month (6.1") and August the driest (0.1").

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Schools in Dongobesh

36 public schools (OpenStreetMap data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Dongobesh Primary School - - - -
Gidmosa Primary School - - - -
Gidhim Primary School - - - -
Getesh Primary School - - - -
Erboshan Primary School - - - -
Endoji Primary School - - - -
Endesh Primary School - - - -
Dumanang Primary School - - - -
Dongobesh chini Primary School - - - -
Gilodari Primary School - - - -
Diyomat Primary School - - - -
Berit Primary School - - - -
Bashay Primary School - - - -
Arri Primary School - - - -
Yaeda Ampa Primary School - - - -
DONGOBESH SECONDARY SCHOOL - - - -
GIDHIM SECONDARY SCHOOL - - - -
ALEXANDER SECONDARY SCHOOL - - - -
Ng'orat Primary School - - - -
Utwari Primary School - - - -
Ayaqanja Primary School - - - -
Yarotamburda Primary School - - - -
Yamay Primary School - - - -
Yaeda Ampa Primary School - - - -
Tumati Primary School - - - -
Sagha Primary School - - - -
Qaloda Primary School - - - -
DONGOBESH SECONDARY SCHOOL - - - -
Mongahay Primary School - - - -
Mangisa Primary School - - - -
Laghangesh Primary School - - - -
Hayeseng Primary School - - - -
Harsha Primary School - - - -
Hareabi Primary School - - - -
Gotte Primary School - - - -
Ginyabudel Primary School - - - -
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Clinics in Dongobesh

2 clinics within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Madunga Dispensary
Magereza Dispensary

Airports Near Dongobesh

9 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Lake Manyara AirportLKYMedium Airport
Endanyawish Airport-Small Airport
Haidom Airport-Small Airport
Harbanget Airport-Small Airport
Kuro Airport-Small Airport
Makau Airport-Small Airport
Singida Airport-Small Airport
Tarangire 2 Airport-Small Airport
Yaeda Airport-Small Airport

Quick Facts

Timezone
Africa/Dar_es_Salaam

🇹🇿 About Tanzania

Capital Dodoma
Population 56,318,348
Area 945,087 km²
GDP (USD) $79,030,935,627
GDP per capita $1,224
HDI 0.532
Life expectancy 67.0 years
Internet users 29.1%
Urban population 35.5%
Currency TZS (Shilling)
Languages English, Swahili
Calling code +255
TLD .tz
Driving side left

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What is the population of Dongobesh?

Dongobesh has a population of 15,799 residents and is located in Tanzania..

What is the weather like in Dongobesh?

Dongobesh enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 61°F (16°C). Winter temperatures average 62°F in January, while summers reach an average of 55°F in July. Annual rainfall totals 32.8 inches.

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